This is a beautiful tribute to Dia de Los Muertos. I wasn't aware Dennis Hopper died. How fitting a tribute by both artists. And the images you chose to show are wonderful Those sock monkeys were the perfect end to a lovely post. Thanks for this.

I apologize for being so late getting here. I've had horrible back spasms since Saturday and simply can't sit for long. But I really enjoyed this lovely tribute to the three day holiday.

Hurrah! A great post, thanks so much for sharing this. Robert's "Blue Hopper" is fabulous & glad to see Neva's contribution. (Her post on this is stunning!)Love this holiday & will be posting something in homage sometime soon.

Hello cat - what a thoroughly enjoable posting. I was so intrigued by your description of Taos I went an googled it. Oh how lovely it seems. It must have been a very special place to you. I am sorry you can't make it to Taos.

Hi Cat.Dia De Los Muertos has always interested me. The art that comes from the meaning is always fascinating and colorful ~ the shrines, the altars, the figures.This show at Two Graces looks wonderful. My dream is to visit Taos one day. I would love to take part in a real celebration of Dia De Los Muertos. It will be especially meaningful for me this year since I recently lost my sweet brother. Even though I am still filled with sorrow, I will do my best to celebrate his life.A wonderful post, Cat.

Wonderful post....and I read where you are making jewelry for this time of year...we are all starting to feel the crunch if we make things for the Xmas Art Market scene....leaves little time for lots of blogging right now doesn´t it........oh well after Xmas there will be lots of time for that. Plus we can post allll the things we created for the markets:)

dia de los meurtos is probably my favorite holiday!! I started collecting art from these celebrations about 25 years ago, and never tire of the color, whimsy, beauty, and playfulness. I've never seen dead sock monkeys though - they are fabulous!! the holiday itself changed my view about death and how to celebrate the passing of loved ones. I once experienced dia de los meurtos in Mexico, at a small town cemetery, with a friend from the area, and it was such a moving experience. A lively celebration of music, food, dance, and drink, laughter and tears - the full range and richness of life was there. How wise, to bring joy even to death, as it is an essential and inevitable art of life! Great post Cat!!xoxox K

A wonderful read cat!I have always thought this was a wonderful ceremony ...and this really highlights that. interesting to read about Neva's friendship and thing what time that must have been...Go well.. thanks for your lovely words!S xx